Bid management

Proposals Manager

Wates are seeking a Proposals Manager with the vision, precision, and creativity to craft submissions that don’t just meet expectations—they set new standards. In this pivotal role, you’ll shape compelling narratives that resonate with clients, influence decisions, and drive business growth.If you’re passionate about challenging convention, bringing fresh ideas to the table, and elevating the quality of every bid, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. Join us and help create tomorrow together.ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Proposals Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our success story. You’ll own the end-to-end proposals process, transforming complex requirements into compelling narratives that showcase our strengths and resonate with our customers. Working hand-in-hand with the Bid Manager, you’ll craft strategies that stand out and submissions that shine.As our Proposals Manager you will: Lead with impact: Drive the proposals process from start to finish, delivering submissions that wow. Shape the story: Edit and enhance content, weaving in win themes and strategic messaging. Collaborate creatively: Work with specialists and designers to elevate every bid. Put the customer first: Ensure every proposal speaks their language and delivers a positive experience. Manage the magic: Oversee designers and agencies to produce high-quality, visually stunning documents. Own the stage: Support interviews and presentations with polished materials and confident rehearsals. Keep improving: Learn from every bid and share best practices across the team. Develop talent: Mentor and inspire those contributing to our proposals.WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 8% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity. To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/ We are always looking for a variety of new talent to join our teams, to help us grow and innovate as a business. Although you may not have all of the skills listed, many of them may be transferable to other roles within the WATES Group. If you would like clarity on any of our vacancies, discuss career opportunities in strict confidence or need anything to make our recruitment process easier, please contact our In-House Recruitment Team directly or via recruitment@wates.co.uk and one of us will get in touch as soon as possible. As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and are proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. Being a family owned, business means we understand and value long term relationships. Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Framework Coordinator

We are looking for a proactive and highly organised Framework Coordinator to join our Smartspace Team. This role will play a key part in supporting the successful management and delivery of national frameworks and associated bid activities.The Framework Coordinator will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of frameworks, monitoring client communications, cascading relevant information across teams, maintaining database records, and producing reports and statistical insights.Key Responsibilities: Support the Bid Lead in the coordination and project management of Selection Questionnaires (SQs), as well as first- and second-stage bid submissions. Schedule and organise internal governance meetings in line with company protocols and the Wates Operating Framework. Maintain accurate and up-to-date bid pipeline data within Salesforce to support reporting and business insights. Conduct thorough research on potential clients, projects, and consultant teams to inform bid strategies and project assessments. Manage the download and upload of tender-related documentation using client-specific portals. Set up and manage project-specific SharePoint sites, including applying the agreed folder structure and managing access permissions. Ensure timely distribution of all tender documentation to the relevant teams via SharePoint. Prepare and deliver Bid Launch presentations that clearly communicate project details, deliverables, timelines, and strategy.WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car * Travel covered to any of our sites* Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 8% employers contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… One of the best learning and development programmes which is customizable to support your career progression goals. (c.7000 training sessions delivered year to date across the WATES Group) Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.(*Subject to role…….)To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/We are always looking for a variety of new talent to join our teams, to help us grow and innovate as a business. Although you may not have all of the skills listed, many of them may be transferable to other roles within the WATES Group.If you would like clarity on any of our vacancies or to discuss career opportunities in strict confidence, please contact our In-House Recruitment Team directly via recruitment@wates.co.uk and one of us will get in touch as soon as possible.As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and are proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. Being a family owned, business means we understand and value long term relationships.Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting